Serving 386 students in grades 9-12, Central Visual/perf. Arts High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School's student population of 386 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1832 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
74%
15%
White
14%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Visual/perf. Arts High School's ranking?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is ranked #1832 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Central Visual/perf. Arts High School often compared to?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Science Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School?
The graduation rate of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Visual/perf. Arts High School?
386 students attend Central Visual/perf. Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Visual/perf. Arts High School?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Visual/perf. Arts High School offer ?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Visual/perf. Arts High School part of?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Visual/perf. Arts High School located?
Central Visual/perf. Arts High School is located in the Southwest Garden neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
School Reviews
5 2/1/2009
The music program is second to none. As a former student, the information that I obtained at Vap has taken me through my adult life. I was able to take that foundation into college where I majored in music and now I am still a vocalist and have done several productions professionally to boot. Vap groomed my talent and I am forever grateful. Thanks Ms. Ellis!!!!
5 10/20/2008
Teachers are very dedicated and the cirriculum is great if you have a talented student.
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